Thursday, November 29, 2012

I just spotted this and fell in love! J. Crew is so on it! Instead of wearing your hubbies/boyfriends/whoever's top to bed...you can get an elongated shirt dress version from J. Crew for $68 in such cute prints! I want it now!!!!!!

Tried finding the military jacket with the leather sleeves from American Eagle Outfitters and can't seem to find it online...most likely it's in store.
Another tip, get a AE card and get a discount...it's not a credit card...just a rewards card. Also, check-in and get a discount as well. They always get rewards for anything you do:)

On my search I found that ASOS and ZARA had had styles like this too...I think Burberry was the designer who started the trend though.

I just watched my fave ladies from Fabulous on a Budget on The Haute List and thought the leather in the front, stretch pant in the back with side zips would be perfect for a fashionable mommy on the go! I need these NOW! Thought I'd share:)

It's official...holiday shopping has begun! Who doesn't want a reason to get beautiful jewelry? Blue Nile is the place to go for a variety of high end pieces from silver to diamond. You can even have items custom made which makes it even more special!

Fashionalities has partnered with Blue Nile to share a great giveaway they are putting on starting on Cyber Monday (November 26th) and ending on December 7th. It's away for you to try and win a gorgeous item for yourself or someone special in your life.

Here are the details:

There are six unique presents wrapped and displayed for each Facebook fan on Blue Nile's Facebook page. In order to participate, fans must "Like" the Blue Nile Facebook page.

-For 12 days, Facebook fans will have a chance to unwrap one present of their liking to win a Blue Nile prize.

-It is a game of chance. Prizes vary from percentage off discount codes of $11,000 diamond rings. We're happy to say that we will be giving away a cumulative prize value of $100,000 over the course of 12 days.

One extraordinary jewelry prize will be given out per day, but everyone will win something.

I'm excited to share a 20% off code on pearl, gemstone, or silver jewelry purchases from Blue Nile with a 72 hour expiration period. Begins 11/26/12 at 8amET and ends 11/29/12 at 8amET. Here is the info for the coupon code, enjoy:

Please note that this code is good for 20% off silver, gemstone, or pearl jewelry and valid from November 26, 2012 at 8:00 am ET to November 29, 2012 at 8:00 am ET.

The code is: Special20%Off

Please see Terms and Conditions for the discount offer below:

Offer MUST be entered in cart or mentioned over phone at time of purchase. 20% discount applies to silver or pearl or gemstone jewelry, only. 20% off applies to only one item in one category, and does not apply to loose diamonds, Build Your Own Diamond Jewelry, gift certificates, and cleaning product purchases. Offer may not be combined with any other offer and cannot be applied retroactively. Void where prohibited. Offer valid through November 29, 2012 at 8:00amET.

Sunday, November 25, 2012

I am watching a Kardashian special on E! and decided to check out Kourtney's website. Right away I read a post about the Kardashian ladies selling items on eBay and had to check it out. My favorite pieces are from Kris and Kourtney. The items are still on auction for 8 more days so I can't tell how much things are go for...but, I'm crossing my fingers. Had to share the items that are catching my eye. What do you think, will things sell for a lot???

Saturday, November 24, 2012

1. Too cute!! Kikkerland:The iPurse iPhone 4 Case in Red, Accessories for Women ONLY $122. I'm in LOVE with this Clearly Cool Beach Set for your iPad and iPhone by Echo Design for ONLY $38! I would double the iPad case as a clutch! *Comes in 3 different colors.3. Who doesn't like a funky, new chocolate? My mom gave me chocolate as a gift once and it was such a yummy indulgence! I want to try these that I saw in Marie Claire by Wild Ophelia for $3.99 each. Flavors like Peanut Butter and Banana and Souther Hibiscus Peach; interesting right!?:)4. Found something cute for the babies...couldn't resist:) Funky socks...they don't wear shoes for awhile so these are perfecto. By Baby Aspen, $16 for 4 pairs.5. I want this Fresco Towels cotton tote NOW! Such a chic way to take the kids to the beach or pool:) $966. Who doesn't want something tres' chic to put their fab shades in?? Thomas Paul does a cute style for only $20-24.

After having my first child, who is now 2 I became engrossed in hip mommy blogs. I loved the idea of seeing other mommy's who weren't giving up their love of fashion as well as their identity after having their kids. But, rather made it all work together. Here is my list of go-to mommy blogs. I would just add Oh Joy that I recently read. Which, I've heard even ladies that don't have kids are reading now because they say that mommy blogs are the most relatable and feel honest.

Now enters the fitness blog...I would have never even thought of looking up one until I read the amazing article Chalkboard magazine wrote about them (they also have a really great fitness section!). I can't wait to dive into these blogs since I am so into losing my baby weight right now. With my first pregnancy I gained around the same weight and lost it through running which took around 6-8 months. Now, we shall see...I've noticed that just 2 years has changed how my poor body reacts...I can now tell that I've left my 20's and have entered into the ow that hurts arena. I've been doing my everyday run with the kids which I have to say is also pushing a stroller of 3...at least 50 pounds! And my knee and ankle started hurting so I hadn't run in 2 days and felt like I was going to gain 5 pounds in those 2 days;) Thank goodness I didn't. But, here are the blogs I plan on following for encouragement and inspiration. Hope they help you as well!

Side note:
Stylist June Ambrose is a great person to follow on twitter or Instagram to get her #stylefit posts sharing workouts and great, healthy recipes.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

It's the most wonderful time of the year and ShoeDazzle is offering a fabulous Black Friday deal to kick off the holiday season! Beginning today, Wednesday, 11/21 through Sunday, 11/25, ShoeDazzle is offering up to 50% off select styles (no code required). Whether you're treating yourself or looking for the perfect gift, don't miss your chance to save on stylish shoes from ShoeDazzle! Happy Shopping!

I think that beauty items can be a really great gift. Everyone loves something new and it's also a gift that is a little bit of an indulgence so everyone doesn't always buy fun cosmetics for themselves. The first thing I would do is get an annual membership to Birchbox. It's a $100 fee or $10 a month (for women, men are $20 a month) and the recipient receives a package every month with sample size items and something full size items to try. It's soo much fun! I have it and love it. After you receive the cool items you can go to the site and get a discount on the item you fall in love with. It's GENIUS!

If $100 is not in your budget. Or, you don't think your friend/family member will like samples every month. Here are a few fun options to consider in the beauty department.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE all things Josie Maran! This is ONLY $28 and the bag is just too cute with the Moroccan theme! This would be great with a Moroccan style mirror and a Moroccan theme book. You see I like the theme gifts:)

I've always thought that sneakers were just made for working out and it was such a BIG, HUGE, fashion NO NO to go outside in a pair of sneakers...well, except for Converse (that are worn in). But, that has all ended...I'm now letting in vintage New Balance and Nike sneakers. They've been gracing the street style blogs for a couple of seasons now and I've decided to give in. Not necessarily for the comfort, but for the unique styling. These sneaks are not paired with sweats, but unexpected dressier looks.

Ok, so I'm going CRAZY for everything at Cleobella right now! The designer is posting a ton of stuff on facebook that are catching my eye. I needed a new wallet so that was already on my list, but with the Cyber Monday deal she's offering for 15% off plus FREE shipping I'm getting it all in:) (Code: CYBERMON)

I wanted one like this when I was in Hawaii, but they were like $1K...so I waited...these are ONLY $33! I love the idea of personalizing!